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Dianne Mahaffee |
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The Artist, The Art Teacher |
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GREAT INFLUENCES:
Evelyn Mullis, Gaffney, SC—(my mom) basic painting and drawing
Dr. Seymour Simmons, France—plein air watercolor instructions
Dr. Margaret Johnson, New York State University—art aesthetics
Jim Connell, Rock Hill, SC—Basic through advanced ceramics
Bea Sisson, Lancaster, SC—portraiture
Paul Martyka, Rock Hill, SC—art criticism and composition
Margaret Hoybach, Charleston, SC—advanced watercolor instructions
Chris Darway, Denver, Colorado– silver jewelry making (PMC)
ARTIST’S STATEMENT:
“During my artistic journey, the people above have had a great influence on who I am today as an artist and teacher. Making art is like breathing or eating. It is something I must do. And making art inspires me to teach...to share...to give back. And teaching, in return, motivates me to make art… to improve...to be a great example. It’s a wonderful cycle.”
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Artist’s Statement and Influences |
